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Our little friend Oliver is absolutely one of a kind. He has the most zesty personality and unrelenting imagination. Everyone loves Ollie and even just being in the same room with him can cheer you up. In the matter of a day Ollie has been five different super heroes, animals, villains, and characters. He is loving and caring and so full of life. We knew for our first Small Fry interview Ollie had to be the one.
What is your name?
I’m Ollie
How old are you?
4
Who is your mom?
Lindsay
What does your mom do?
I can’t decide. Makes hot dogs for me?
Who is your dad?
Rob. Pffffff.
What does your dad do?
He works at work.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A fireman.
What is your favorite food?
Oh! I know! chicken noodle soup!
What food do you not like?
Bugs.
What is your favorite animal?
Tigers. I mean elephants, ya elephants. I like tigers and elephants.
Where do you want to live when you grow up?
The firestation.
Who do you want to marry?
Madeline. Not Berkley – she farts too much!
What does dad say?
Don’t touch his stuff.
What does mom say?
I love you.
What do mom and dad do after you go to bed?
Watch shows. Like videos….
What is your favorite song?
Beat it. (Michael Jackson.) He’s dead- I just like his songs.
What is your favorite movie?
Tom and Jerry. I hate Peppa Pig now. I’m all about animals.
Where is your favorite place to eat?
Pizza, at Costco- and smoothies! (Turns to mom) Let’s make smoothies!
What is your favorite book?
Little Pea (Amy Krouse Rosenthal)
Where did Rune (Ollie’s brother) come from?
To mom: Your belly. He POPPED OUT OF YOUR BELLY!!
What would you buy with a million dollars?
Uh… a dinosaur.
What do you dream about?
Bugs.
What are you scared of?
Monsters! I’m not scared of sharks. I’m scared of monsters.
Why is the sky blue?
Because of the water, the water is blue, and that’s what Heavenly Father wanted it to be. He hates yellow.
How would the world be different if animals could talk?
It would be weird.
If you could be invisible for a day, what would you do?
I would be sneaky.
Guess what? I’m invisible right now! Look mom! I’m invisible!
What are 5 words that describe you?
Beach, I like you, I dont know.
What was a time that you felt lucky?
Uh, like I got a lucky quarter. I’m looking for my lucky quarter! Hey mom, watch me shoot this gun!
If you could make one rule that everyone had to follow, what would it be?
Go to the beach.
If you could give a gift to every child in the world, what would it be?
A christmas present! like… a Halloween present. I would give girls a doll, boys a toy lion, and babies… baby toys!
What is your favorite place in the world?
Look at my dolphin mom! I drew a dophin. (And I guess we’re done here.)
And because we know that with every energetic child comes a worn out mother chasing closely behind, here’s what his mom Lindsay had to say about Oliver:
Being Ollie’s mom is one of the most daunting and exhilirating tasks ever given to me. His imagination is off the charts, and his energy runs a close second. From the moment he wakes up, until he goes to bed with a spear in hand, and remnants of war paint on his cheeks, he is in character. When Ollie was born, Rob and I had a vision of a little boy that played in the dirt, rode a skateboard, and spent every waking moment doing “boy stuff.” Although he does all of those things, he would prefer a cardboard box, a rope, and some dress-ups. I worry daily that he will be made fun of by other kids, or that the other moms at Costco will judge me for my son being shoe-less in the cart with a Peter Pan hat and four swords shoved into his cowboy belt, but I am quickly realizing, I don’t care! I am so blessed and lucky to be his mother, and I will do whatever it takes to let Ollie be “Ollie.”
28 Comments
Kassidy
October 2, 2012 at 6:59 amThis was the cutest interview I’ve ever read! He’s adorable! Love this blog great job ladies!
Small Fry
October 2, 2012 at 11:44 pmThanks so much, he’s hysterical!
Kimberly Ngarupe
October 2, 2012 at 8:13 amI love Ollie to the moon and back!
Small Fry
October 2, 2012 at 11:47 pmHe loves you too! We asked him who his favorite person was and he said Kim! We had so many good questions but we had to narrow it down alot!
Melanie
October 2, 2012 at 10:13 amHow adorable is this post. Love the fresh perspective and look at this adorable kid!
Small Fry
October 2, 2012 at 11:47 pmAnd the site too, right? I wonder who did such a masterpiece. 😉
Marisa M
October 2, 2012 at 11:30 amI love this! So sweet that you gals interviewed him. Love the blog and following on instagram!
Small Fry
October 2, 2012 at 11:48 pmHe is so sweet, thanks for following!
Silvia
October 2, 2012 at 11:58 amThe answers about his favorite song and why the sky is blue are the greatest. I love this.
Small Fry
October 2, 2012 at 11:48 pmHe’s such a hoot. I had to look up why the sky was blue for real, his answer was so matter of fact.
S
October 2, 2012 at 2:50 pmADORABLE!! So cute! and he’s wearing tiny TOMS…how cute 🙂
Small Fry
October 2, 2012 at 11:49 pmHe’s the cutest. He wears those toms well!
Julie
October 2, 2012 at 5:49 pmGorgeous boy in so many ways.
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Shanda
October 2, 2012 at 9:02 pmLove this. Ollie is definitely one of the coolest kids of all time.
Small Fry
October 2, 2012 at 11:50 pmSo true.
Shalayne Villarreal
October 2, 2012 at 10:04 pmGirls – this website/blog is amazing and so are all of you! I apologize it took me so long to tell you all that…crazy days 🙂
So fun and I will be checking it often. Love you all!
Small Fry
October 2, 2012 at 11:51 pmSo glad you’re here Shalayne!!!
Kat
October 4, 2012 at 5:41 pmI love this! And I love that his mum lets him go to costco in costume! Why not? They’re only kids for so long. Love the blog ladies, you’re all so inspiring!
Julie
October 10, 2012 at 1:59 pmRight?? Who care that he’s dressed up. Boy’s got creativity in there!!
Small Fry
October 10, 2012 at 9:50 pmAmen!
Brittany Asay
October 5, 2012 at 10:36 amThis just made my whole day! To see a mother who is so willing to let this delightful, full of life, handsome boy, be who he dreams to be says a lot about her!! What a fantastic post!
Jordan Bariesheff
October 5, 2012 at 1:59 pmHa, this is the best interview ever. So hope you plan on doing more of these : )
Victoria / Justice Pirate
October 8, 2012 at 2:39 pmThat’s amazing. Best interview ever.
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